Let crystal-clear water, the warm sun and the Mediterranean air transport you away from your everyday life on the magical coasts of the Mediterranean. Visit Croatia’s beautiful old towns, follow Sicily’s long history to the ancient theatre of Taormina and round off your experiences with a day in the Eternal City. The savoir-vivre of Monte Carlo and Marseille promises a relaxing end to your cruise. Could your spring be any more beautiful?
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Combine cruises EUR1509 and EUR1510 and save € 450.
Combine cruises EUR1509 and EUR1510 and save € 450.
At anchor - If the ship anchors in open water the ferrying ashore will be done with tenders or Zodiacs.
Scheduled flight from Germany to Venice
Transfer to embarkation point for the EUROPA
Venice/Italy, departure 0.00 hrs
Venice/Italy
Arrive a little earlier in the lagoon city and enjoy Venice as part of a private cruise arrangement.
Ravenna, 8.00 – 18.00 hrs
Ravenna/Italy
They decorate Byzantine churches, gild the Archbishop’s Chapel and adorn a royal tomb: Ravenna’s beautiful mosaics* are wonderful and famous around the world. Discover nature’s beauty while passing through pine groves, high poplars and thick reeds on a bicycle in Po Delta Regional Park*.
Zadar/Croatia, 7.00 – 19.00 hrs
Zadar/Croatia
The Venetian fortified walls of the old town* conceal a treasure chest of Roman, medieval and early baroque buildings. Krka National Park* with its waterfalls, serene lakes and pristine forests is a natural treasure.
Korcula, 7.00 – 17.00 hrs
Dubrovnik, arrival 21.00 hrs
Korcula/Croatia
This small coastal town is famous for its enchanting old town. Explore the lush island on an island tour* to the fishing village of Vela Luka and taste the local wine on the way. After a boat trip, the more adventurous can switch to buggies* in order to explore Korcula in off-road vehicles.
Dubrovnik, departure 19.00 hrs
Bari/Italy, 7.00 – 19.00 hrs
Bari/Italy
This university city will entice you to stop off at the trattoria to try some traditional orecchiette pasta. Another typical sight in Apulia are trulli – white roundhouses with conical roofs. The town of Alberobello* is home to entire districts of trulli and the only trullo-style church in the world. The Sassi di Matera* are extraordinary dwellings, too: many of the caves are 9,000 years old and were inhabited until 1952.
Relaxation at sea
Catania/Sicily, 7.00 – 18.00 hrs
Catania/Sicily/Italy
Etna appears on the horizon in the morning light. Approach the volcano in and off-road vehicle* and walk through the bizarre world of woods, volcanic desert and grottos. Enjoy the view from the ancient theatre in the town of Taormina*. The beautiful churches, palaces and shopping streets of Corso Umberto also promise hours of enjoyment on shore.
Lipari/Lipari Islands, 8.00 – 13.00 hrs
Lipari/Lipari Islands/Italy
Romantic cottages are nestled on the slopes which lead up to the majestic fort, inviting you to explore inside the city walls. Away from the town, you can look forward to unique impressions* and dreamlike views of the coastline when you travel through tiny villages.
Civitavecchia (Rome), 7.00 – 19.00 hrs
Civitavecchia (Rome)/Italy
Be it the Colosseum, Forum Romanum or the Spanish Steps – every step taken in Rome* is a step through history. Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain to promise a prompt return. Modern art is also at home in the Eternal City: n the Giardino dei Tarocchi*, Niki de Saint Phalle created a colourful artwork of mosaics, sculptures and mirrored interiors.
Bastia/Corsica/France, 8.00 – 18.00 hrs
Bastia/Corsica/France
This beautiful Mediterranean island has always been popular and contested. One of the most beautiful destinations is Cap Corse*, where Napoleon Bonaparte once had a coastal highway built.
Monte Carlo/Monaco, 7.00 – 19.00 hrs
Monte Carlo/Monaco
The Principality of Monaco is perched on the Riviera and it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the azure sea. You can enjoy more wonderful views along the corniche* before reaching the sophisticated city of Nice. Follow the scent of jasmine, roses and oranges to Grasse*, the heart of perfume culture since the 17th century.
Marseille/France, 7.00 – 17.00 hrs
Marseille/France
The 2013 European Capital of Culture is visible from afar with the towering Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica. Travel through the idyllic region of Provence to Aix-en-Provence*, where the beautiful alleyways once inspired Paul Cézanne. The boat trip along precipitous chalk cliffs into the turquoise bays of the Calanques* promises to be an unforgettable experience.
Barcelona/Spain, arrival 7.00 hrs
Transfer to a scheduled flight to Germany
Barcelona/Spain
Discover Barcelona in the post-cruise programme “Barcelona* – the great Catalan city”* or set off on your journey home.
* The shore excursions are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to changes.
= at anchor
Monday, 11 May, Ravenna, Italy – Adriatic GC
Play in the midst of fragrant pine groves and salt lakes on this wonderful 27-hole golf course. One distinctive feature is the successful combination of a classic links course and an American golf course.
Friday, 15 May, Bari – San Dominico GC
Gnarled olive trees, wavy fields of wheat and a deep-blue sea – enjoy awe-inspiring views of the Adriatic every time you tee off.
Sunday, 17 May, Catania, Sicily – Il Picciolo GC
A course with short fairways set gently between black lava hills with a main attraction that is definitely one... Read more
Monday, 11 May, Ravenna, Italy – Adriatic GC
Play in the midst of fragrant pine groves and salt lakes on this wonderful 27-hole golf course. One distinctive feature is the successful combination of a classic links course and an American golf course.
Friday, 15 May, Bari – San Dominico GC
Gnarled olive trees, wavy fields of wheat and a deep-blue sea – enjoy awe-inspiring views of the Adriatic every time you tee off.
Sunday, 17 May, Catania, Sicily – Il Picciolo GC
A course with short fairways set gently between black lava hills with a main attraction that is definitely one of the most famous holes in the world – Mount Etna.
Tuesday, 19 May, Civitavecchia (Rome) – Parco de’ Medici GC – Sheraton Resort (additional course 1)
Tee off on the former 16th century hunting grounds of Pope Leo X. You are sure to write your own personal golf history on this technically demanding course with numerous bunkers, ditches and water hazards.
Thursday, 21 May, Monte Carlo, Monaco – Monte Carlo GC
The Monte-Carlo Golf Club designed by Willie Park, Jr. opened in 1911. It offers an 18-hole golf course in an idyllic setting between the sea and the mountains! The golf course, located in La Turbie (in the heights of Nice), has a rolling terrain that requires extreme precision. Discover an elegant club in a warm and friendly ambience!
Friday, 22 May, Marseille, France – Golf de Fregate (additional course 2)
This championship golf course, surrounded by Provencal olive groves, was designed by R. Fream and is one of the most beautiful courses in Europe, with breathtaking sea views over 15 holes.
